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Walking Newtown

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Various Walking Trails, Y Drenewydd | Newtown, Powys, SY16 2BB

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Newtown, Powys, in the heart of mid-Wales on the banks of the River Severn, is set in some of Mid Wales most attractive countryside and one of the best ways to enjoy this scenery is on foot.

Walking Newtown have developed a series of walks in and around the Newtown area. The walks are all graded and vary from easy to strenuous, town trails, short strolls and accessible trails.

All walks are on Public Rights of Way passing through community woodlands, nature reserves, riverside footpaths, canal tow-paths, and rolling hills in the beautiful Montgomeryshire countryside. Routes are graded by length, time and how easy they are to do. Interesting features and historical facts are highlighted in the walk descriptions, but the main pleasure is simply in getting out there....Read More

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Newtown, Powys, in the heart of mid-Wales on the banks of the River Severn, is set in some of Mid Wales most attractive countryside and one of the best ways to enjoy this scenery is on foot.

Walking Newtown have developed a series of walks in and around the Newtown area. The walks are all graded and vary from easy to strenuous, town trails, short strolls and accessible trails.

The walks start and end near the centre of Newtownwhich has good bus and rail links to other towns and cities. Your walk can be rounded off with shopping, tea, lunch or a pint. The OS maps that cover these walks are OS Explorer Map 214 – Llanidloes & Newtown & OS Explorer Map 215 – Newtown & Machynlleth.

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If travelling by car you can reach Newtown via A458 from Shrewsbury to Welshpool; then A483 or from North / South Wales via the A483.

Public Transport Directions

By rail: Newtown railway station is a 10 minute walk from the town centre. There is parking at the station and taxis are available in the town centre

By coach / bus: Newtown bus station is located in the town centre off Back Lane (opposite Argos) with services from/to Shrewsbury, Llanidloes, Machynlleth, Llandrindod Wells, Builth Wells, Merthyr Tydfil, Cardiff, Aberystwyth, Birmingham and London.

Y Drenewydd | Newtown, NewtownNewtown, a charming town in the heart of Mid Wales, offers visitors a unique blend of history, natural beauty, and modern amenities. With a rich industrial heritage, visitors can explore the Montgomery Canal, Severn Way, and other attractions. The town boasts a variety of museums, galleries, and…

Parc Dolerw | Dolerw Park, NewtownDolerw Park in Newtown is a large 'green space' adjacent to the River Severn which meanders through the town centre.

Walking Newtown | Brimmon Wood & Kerry, NewtownThe Brimmon Wood & Kerry walk starts and ends in the centre of Newtown. It is mainly off-road walking with a few short sections on quiet lanes.

Circular Walk 1 - Ffrydd Farm and Penshwa Lane, Newtown

Circular Walk 3 - Fachwen Pool, NewtownStarting in the center of Newtown, this route follows the long distance Severn Way to the lake and returns via Penshwa Lane and Ffrydd Farm.

Walking Newtown | Neuadd Hendidley Farm, NewtownThe starting point for this walk is the Newtown Town Clock in the town centre and unfolds through Newtown's historical tapestry. It is approximately 3.5 miles and should take around 3.5 hours

Circular Walk 5 - Coed y Graig, NewtownRated as easy, this is a pub based walk that starts and finishes at the Waggon and Horses in Lower Canal Road, Newtown

Walking Newtown | Waterways and Town, NewtownThis 2.5 circular mile walk starts in the centre of Newtown and largely circles around the western boundaries of Newtown. It will take you along the River Severn and has some road and off-road walking.

Circular Walk 8 - Llanllwchaiarn Lollipop Walk, NewtownThe Llanllwchaiarn Lollipop Walk starts and finishes at the Town Clock at the intersection of Broad, High and Severn Streets. The walk is 4.3 miles and should take around 2 hours

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